1995 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1251 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Ghibli | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
Model | Ghibli | Escalade |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3302 mm |