2007 BMW 335 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 302 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 335 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
