1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 15 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ghibli | B |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |