1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1996 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 735 kg more than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | Lagonda | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
