2001 BMW 320 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 9 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 106 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 320 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
