1999 Honda S2000 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000. 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda S2000 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | S2000 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |