1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 8 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1992 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Maserati | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ghibli | 166 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
