1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Ram and 1998 Maserati Ghibli were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 705 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Ram | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |