1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 3.3 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
