1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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1997 Maserati Ghibli | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Ghibli | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |