2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 228 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 228. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1985 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | E-150 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
