1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Esprit | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
