1976 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 400 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Electra | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |