Italy vs Italy — 1967 vs 1966
| Ghibli SS Spyder | Ghibli SS (4.9) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 335 hp |
| Torque | 347 lb-ft | 347 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 4,930 cc | 4,930 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4 sec | 6.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 168 mph | 174 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.5 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Length | 4,590 mm | 4,590 mm |
| Units Produced | 125 | 1,274 |
| Value (Excellent) | $1,500,000 | $550,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 8/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1967 Maserati Ghibli SS Spyder brings quicker acceleration, greater rarity to the table, and the 1966 Maserati Ghibli SS (4.9) answers with higher top speed, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Maserati Ghibli. The 1967 and 1966 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1967 Maserati Ghibli SS Spyder producing 335 hp and the 1966 Maserati Ghibli SS (4.9) delivering 335 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1967 Maserati Ghibli SS Spyder edges ahead at 6.4 seconds versus 6.5 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 125 units built, the 1967 Maserati Ghibli SS Spyder is considerably scarcer than the Maserati Ghibli's 1,274 examples. On the collector market, the 1967 Maserati Ghibli SS Spyder commands a significant premium over the 1966 Maserati Ghibli SS (4.9), reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.