1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 7 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Maserati Ghibli | 2004 Noble M12 | |
Make | Maserati | Noble |
Model | Ghibli | M12 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |