1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 355 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra. 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Maserati | AC |
| Model | Ghibli | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
