1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1965 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 385 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1965 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Ghibli | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
