1997 BMW 850 vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (335 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 850 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
