2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 4 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2025 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | State Limousine | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2520 mm |