1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Ghibli | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
