1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 11 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 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 161 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 21 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Ghibli | 118 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
