1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 289 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Ghibli | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |