1996 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 15 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 432 kg more than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Ghibli | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Maserati | Acura |
| Model | Ghibli | TL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
