2005 Honda Life vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Life | 228 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
