2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 712 kg more than 1993 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Explorer | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2520 mm |
