1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
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 Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Skylark | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |