2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1998 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 F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | F-450 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2520 mm |