1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | Ghibli | Capri |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
