1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 721 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ghibli | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2954 mm |