1971 AC 428 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1971 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | 428 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
