1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1992 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 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 400 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
