1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 1985 Maserati 228 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Maserati 228.
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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Skylark | 228 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |