1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 295 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Ghibli | 135 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2659 mm |
