1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 245 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. 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 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Maserati Ghibli | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | Ghibli | Cresta |
Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |