1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 46 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Prelude | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |