1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 10 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Maserati | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Ghibli | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2659 mm |
