1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 365 GTC | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |