1989 Maserati 228 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 228 would be higher. 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 44 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 228 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 228 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Maserati | Mini |
| Model | 228 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2466 mm |
