1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1999 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV. 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Maserati Ghibli | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Maserati | Panoz |
Model | Ghibli | AIV |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |