1989 BMW 518 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 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1989 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 BMW 518. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 518 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 518 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
