1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 310 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | 228 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
