1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 570 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ghibli | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
