1972 Buick GS vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 1972 Buick GS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 840 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | GS | 450 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 4476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |