2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | F430 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
