1963 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 226 kg more than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT.
Because 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Maserati | Buick |
| Model | 5000 GT | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2936 mm |
