1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Alpine | Maserati |
Model | V6 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |