1967 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 330 kg more than 1967 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. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1967 Maserati Ghibli has manual transmission. 1967 Maserati Ghibli will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Ghibli | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Maserati | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ghibli | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
