2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 14 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Quattroporte | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
