1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1968 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, both 1968 Isuzu 117 and 1968 Maserati Ghibli were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1968 Isuzu 117. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1968 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
| Model | 117 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
