1989 BMW 850 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 427 kg more than 1998 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 850 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |