1977 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Falcon weights approximately 15 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Falcon | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Falcon | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |