2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 228. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Suburban | 228 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |