1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 324 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | 228 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
