1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 277 kg more than 1989 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 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Viper | 228 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
