1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ghibli | E |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
