1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1994 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 795 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
