1988 Maserati 228 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 24 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 372 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 228 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
Model | 228 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |