2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1984 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1984 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Express | 228 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
