1988 Maserati 228 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 25 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 812 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 228 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 228 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3221 mm |
