1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 15 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Maserati | Rover |
Model | Ghibli | P4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |