2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 228 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | 228 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |