2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 120 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | GT | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
