1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1994 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 335 kg more than 1994 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Longchamp | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |