1970 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, both 1970 Maserati Ghibli and 1970 Rover P5B were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Ghibli (331 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Maserati Ghibli.
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. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1970 Maserati Ghibli has manual transmission. 1970 Maserati Ghibli will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Ghibli | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | Ghibli | P5B |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 3527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
