1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Ghibli | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
