1971 Buick GS vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | GS | GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
