1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 514 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Regal | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3063 mm |