1989 Maserati 228 vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 228 | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
| Model | 228 | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
