Maserati Ghibli


If you can put up with the inconsistent quality of Maserati and the relatively high price, you'll probably love Ghibli. Like all other "Biturbo" derivatives since 1980, Ghibli is a genuine 4 seats coupe with a twin-turbo V6 engine. The 24 valver is available in 2 different capacities : 2 litres for the home market due to tax reason and 2.8 litres for overseas markets. Sufficient power, excellent performance and inspiring handling enable a good fight with its direct rival - BMW M3. Yes, its build quality and reliability is by far worse than any German products, but it has really good-looking leather seats and a beautiful clock. 

Report created before 16 Feb 98. Last updated before 16 Feb 99. All Rights Reserved.

 
Specifications
 
Model
Ghibli 2.8
Ghibli Cup
Layout
Front-engined, Rwd
Front-engined, Rwd
Engine
V6, dohc, 4v/cyl, twin-turbo
V6, dohc, 4v/cyl, twin-turbo
Capacity
2790 c.c.
1996 c.c.
Power
280 hp
330 hp
Torque
317 lbft
280 lbft
Transmission
5M / 6M
6M
Weight
1360 kg
1424 kg
Top speed
153 mph*
153 mph*
0-60 mph
5.6 sec*
5.6 sec*
0-100 mph
13.6 sec*
13.4 sec*
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* Tested by Autocar
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