1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 687 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ghibli | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
