1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1968 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1968 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 400 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
