2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli

To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 297 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 1992 Maserati Ghibli
Make Ford Maserati
Model Mustang Ghibli
Year Released 2004 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2520 mm


 

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