1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 12 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Maserati | Panoz |
| Model | Ghibli | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
