1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2005 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Maserati Ghibli | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Maserati | TVR |
Model | Ghibli | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |