2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 229 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mustang | 228 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
