1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 7 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1999 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 TVR Griffith. 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, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Maserati | TVR |
| Model | Ghibli | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
