1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Maserati Ghibli | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ghibli | E |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |