1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | Testarossa | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |