1972 Buick GS vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | GS | Shamal |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |