1988 Maserati 228 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 228 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | 228 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2624 mm |
