1967 AC 428 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | 428 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |