1995 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 9 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | NSX | 228 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
