1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 1 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Marcos | Maserati |
| Model | Mantara | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
