1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 305 kg more than 1988 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 512 TR | 228 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2788 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
