1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1445 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Ghibli | E-350 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3505 mm |