1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1998 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Riviera | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |