1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead 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 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 308 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. 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 (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Copperhead | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
