1977 Buick Estate vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1977 Buick Estate is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Buick Estate | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Estate | Tipo 61 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2890 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |