1995 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 57 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Ghibli | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Ghibli | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
