2001 BMW 730 vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 730 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
