2008 Honda Element vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 21 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 85 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Element | 228 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
