1988 Maserati 228 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 589 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 228 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 228 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
