1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 345 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Charger | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |