2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 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 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 591 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 228 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Lotec | Maserati |
| Model | C 1000 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
