1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1962 Maserati 151

To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 735 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.

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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1962 Maserati 151 has manual transmission. 1962 Maserati 151 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1977 Buick LeSabre 1962 Maserati 151
Make Buick Maserati
Model LeSabre 151
Year Released 1977 1962
Engine Size 3791 cc 3942 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 163 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 329 Nm 487 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2310 mm