1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 2002 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
