1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 224 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |