1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, both 1989 Audi Coupe and 1989 Maserati 228 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 228 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Maserati 228 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Maserati 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Coupe | 228 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
