1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1984 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, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bentley Brooklands | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Bentley | Maserati |
| Model | Brooklands | 228 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
