1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 9 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 160 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Ghibli | 325 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |