1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 501 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1997 Maserati Ghibli has manual transmission. 1997 Maserati Ghibli will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Ghibli | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Ghibli | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
