1989 Audi V8 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | V8 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
