1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Maserati | Studebaker |
| Model | Ghibli | President State |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
