1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Ghibli | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ghibli | 190 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
