1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 282 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
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 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | 228 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |