1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Ghibli | Bora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
