2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1995 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1995 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
