1993 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1993 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (265 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Maserati Ghibli | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ghibli | 500 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 404 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |