1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 17 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 165 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 (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Ghibli | 330 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
