1970 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, both 1970 Maserati Ghibli and 1970 ZAZ 966 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 304 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 700 kg more than 1970 ZAZ 966. 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:
| 1970 Maserati Ghibli | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Maserati | ZAZ |
| Model | Ghibli | 966 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |
