1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 20 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 350 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Ghibli | 328 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |