1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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 (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Ghibli | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
