2007 BMW 530 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 15 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 530 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |