1952 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | 40 | GranSport |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2670 mm |