1975 Honda Z vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 855 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Z | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
