2021 Audi A8 vs. 2021 Maserati Ghibli
The 2021 Audi A8 is a dynamic car with an elegant cabin, lighting fast acceleration, and every modern safety feature known to man. But how does it compare to the 2021 Maserati Ghibli, a lovely automobile with head turning looks, a powerful engine and exceptional performance?
Design & Style
The Maserati Ghibli has four doors with headlights that are aggressive and swept back. Passengers within the cabin will be treated to seats covered in silk and leather upholstery which was crafted by the esteemed Italian designer Ermenegildo Zegna, and the touch displays have been increased to ten inches with a charging pad that is wireless and a virtual assistant that can be activated by voice.
The Audi A8 has a smooth and conservative design with nineteen inch wheels. A broad trapezoidal grille can be seen in front, with angular headlights that are thin and air intakes in the lower area. It has an elegant, slab sided profile that is divided by character lines and passengers within the cabin will be treated to three touch displays and surfaces covered in supple leather, polished aluminum and authentic wood. The carbon fiber finish in particular looks fantastic.
Technology & Safety
The Audi A8 is packed with the latest driver assistance gear, which includes lane departure notifications, parking sensors for the back and front, multiple airbags, a camera with surround view, the ability to automatically recognize traffic signs and predictive suspension. Amenities within the cabin include heated/cooled seats that can be adjusted twenty two ways, climate control, panoramic sunroof and a sound system from Bang & Olufsen which has seventeen speakers.
The Maserati Ghibli also comes with numerous driver assistance functions, which includes pedestrian detection, emergency automated brakes, lane management and departure warnings, cruise control which is adaptive and semi-autonomous operation. Luxuries within its cabin include satellite radio from SiriusXM, the choice of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, and a fifteen speaker sound system from Bowers & Wilkins.
Performance
Those that purchase the Maserati Ghibli V8 engine can generate 580 horsepower, with the ability to accelerate from zero to sixty in about 4.5 seconds. Those that purchase the Audi S8 will get a V8, twin turbo engine that is 4 liter and capable of generating 563 horsepower, which enables it to accelerate from zero to sixty in just 3.8 seconds.
The Bottom Line
While the Maserati Ghibli is good, it isn’t good enough. The Audi A8 has greater safety features, a better sound system with more speakers, and faster zero to sixty acceleration time. This combined with the Maserati Ghibli’s lackluster fuel efficiency; inferior switchgear and cramped back seat make the Audi A8 the winner.
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If you are interested in experiencing the luxury package that the 2021 Audi A8 offers, you can test drive this stellar car with us at Classic Audi. We are located in Eastchester New York and proudly serve car buyers in the Tri-State area. Drop by our showroom today or simply call us in advance to book a 2021 Audi A8 test drive appointment.