1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 309 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Ghibli | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ghibli | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
