2002 BMW 520 vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2002 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 520 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 520 | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 520 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |