1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 175 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ghibli | 250 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3430 mm |