1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Defender | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
