2004 Lincoln LS vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln LS | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
Model | LS | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |