2008 Audi A5 vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A5 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
