1993 Acura NSX vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli

To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 1 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1993 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 5 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Acura NSX 1992 Maserati Ghibli
Make Acura Maserati
Model NSX Ghibli
Year Released 1993 1992
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 271 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2520 mm


 

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