1990 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 200 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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Statesman | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
