1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1996 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S90. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S90 weights approximately 220 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S90. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1996 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Ghibli | S90 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
