1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 10 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 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | 3111 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3380 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
