1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1979 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Skylark | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |