1978 Holden GTS vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 110 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | GTS | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |