1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Ghibli | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
