1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 81 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | Ghibli | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
