1998 BMW 316 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 316 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
