1993 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 19 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Maserati Ghibli | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Ghibli | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2497 mm |
