2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | 228 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |