1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1994 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 385 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Stratos | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Stratos | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
