2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Ram | 228 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
