1987 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. 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 (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |