1996 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1998 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1998 Nissan Laurel 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Ghibli | 1998 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Ghibli | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
