2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | DB9 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
