1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 735 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 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ghibli | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3165 mm |
