Italy vs Italy — 1963 vs 1968
| Ghibli 4.7 Coupe | Islero | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 330 hp | 325 hp |
| Torque | 326 lb-ft | 288 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 4,719 cc | 3,929 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4 sec | 6.4 sec |
| Top Speed | 170 mph | 154 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.6 sec | 14.7 sec |
| Weight | 3,483 lbs | 3,373 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Length | 4,590 mm | 4,580 mm |
| Units Produced | 1,274 | 225 |
| Original MSRP | $18,000 | $12,900 |
| Value (Excellent) | $700,000 | $450,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 9/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1963 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Coupe brings higher top speed, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1968 Lamborghini Islero answers with quicker acceleration, greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Grand Tourer cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1963 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Coupe versus the 1968 Lamborghini Islero. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1963 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Coupe producing 330 hp and the 1968 Lamborghini Islero delivering 325 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Maserati Ghibli uses a V8 DOHC displacing 4,719 cc, while the Lamborghini Islero relies on a V12 DOHC with 3,929 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Lamborghini Islero edges ahead at 6.4 seconds versus 6.4 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 225 units built, the 1968 Lamborghini Islero is considerably scarcer than the Maserati Ghibli's 1,274 examples. Both trade at comparable values on the collector market, making the choice between them largely one of personal preference.