2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | GranSport | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
