1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 55 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 (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Ghibli | 505 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
