1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 10 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 85 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | F355 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
