1942 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1968 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1968 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 215 kg more than 1968 Maserati Ghibli.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Chrysler Town & Country | 1968 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Town & Country | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4112 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2560 mm |
