2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 13 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 399 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. 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 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | E-150 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |