1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1995 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 272 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | LeSabre | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
