2005 Holden UTE vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE is newer by 16 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden UTE 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden UTE | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | UTE | 228 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
