2007 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 530 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |