1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 195 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Maserati | Avanti |
Model | Ghibli | Avanti |
Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |