2006 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
