1996 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 8 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 78 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) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1996 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Ghibli | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Ghibli | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
