2002 Infiniti I35 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I35 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I35. (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I35 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1998 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti I35 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I35 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | I35 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
