1996 Ford Indigo 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 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Indigo | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |