1969 Buick GS vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS.
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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | GS | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
