1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 267 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Ghibli | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |