1968 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1968 MG MGB
To start off, both 1968 Maserati Ghibli and 1968 MG MGB 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 228 more horse power than 1968 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 545 kg more than 1968 MG MGB. 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 Maserati Ghibli | 1968 MG MGB | |
| Make | Maserati | MG |
| Model | Ghibli | MGB |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
