2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 12 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 381 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1992 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 1992 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Venture | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
