1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 5 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
| Model | Pantera | 228 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
