1995 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 302 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1102 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Ghibli | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Maserati | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Ghibli | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3170 mm |
