2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 612 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |