1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, both 1998 Maserati Ghibli and 1998 Seat Marbella were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 681 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Maserati | Seat |
Model | Ghibli | Marbella |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |