1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1995 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1995 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 648 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 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, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1995 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Coupe | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
