1976 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo

To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 71 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Estate 2009 Maserati GranTurismo
Make Buick Maserati
Model Estate GranTurismo
Year Released 1976 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 4691 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 153 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2950 mm