1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 21 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 188 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Ghibli | Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
