1978 Buick Century vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Century | Spyder |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |