2007 Infiniti M vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti M.
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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti M | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
Model | M | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |