1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 204 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | Spider | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1960 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |