1988 Maserati 228 vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 17 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 228 | 2005 Tata E | |
| Make | Maserati | Tata |
| Model | 228 | E |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
