1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Mythos | 228 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
