1995 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1995 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 347 kg more than 1995 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Ghibli | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | Ghibli | GTO |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
