1980 Audi Sport vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 365 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Sport | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
