1942 Maserati 8CL vs. 1936 Buick Century
To start off, 1942 Maserati 8CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1936 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1936 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,247 cc (8 cylinders), 1936 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Maserati 8CL (424 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1936 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Maserati 8CL should accelerate faster than 1936 Buick Century.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Maserati 8CL | 1936 Buick Century | |
Make | Maserati | Buick |
Model | 8CL | Century |
Year Released | 1942 | 1936 |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 5247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |