1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 15 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 565 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Ghibli | M6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2851 mm |