2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 6 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 475 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 612 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 612 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
