1993 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 18 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Evora.
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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Maserati Ghibli | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Maserati | Lotus |
| Model | Ghibli | Evora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2576 mm |
