1995 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1995 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 327 kg more than 1995 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Ghibli | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Ghibli | Montego |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |