1987 BMW 750 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli

To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.

Compare all specifications:

1987 BMW 750 1992 Maserati Ghibli
Make BMW Maserati
Model 750 Ghibli
Year Released 1987 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4986 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2520 mm


 

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