1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Camry. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1998 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Ghibli | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
