2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 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 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 360 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |