1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 105 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | Ghibli | Firebird |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |