1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Ghibli | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2416 mm |
