1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 751 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 (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1992 Maserati Ghibli has manual transmission. 1992 Maserati Ghibli will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Ghibli | Explorer |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4912 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2888 mm |