1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 14 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Ghibli | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Ghibli | 328 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |
