1998 Honda NSX vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 11 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 199 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | NSX | 228 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |