1997 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, both 1997 Audi A8 and 1997 Maserati Ghibli were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1997 Audi A8. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1997 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A8. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A8 | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | A8 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |