1964 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 355 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra. 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Cobra | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
