1993 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 Maserati Ghibli (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Maserati Ghibli | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Maserati | Smart |
| Model | Ghibli | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1870 mm |
