1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1995 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1995 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 32 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1995 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Valiant | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
