1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 465 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Ghibli | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
