1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 487 kg more than 1986 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Thunderbird | 228 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
