1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 123 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ghibli | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
