2007 Lexus GS vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 321 kg more than 1992 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 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GS | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | GS | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
