1996 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Maserati Ghibli | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Ghibli | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |