2007 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 20 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1987 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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
| Model | Mark LT | 228 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2575 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2610 mm |
