1987 BMW 750 vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli

To start off, 1993 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 6 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, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 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 475 kg more than 1993 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 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.

Compare all specifications:

1987 BMW 750 1993 Maserati Ghibli
Make BMW Maserati
Model 750 Ghibli
Year Released 1987 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4986 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 297 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2520 mm


 

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