1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ghibli | CLK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
