1976 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 29 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Electra | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
