2007 BMW 318 vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 10 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 318 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |