1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1994 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 308 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
