1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 350 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ghibli | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2852 mm |
