2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Discovery | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
