1978 Buick Electra vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1956 Maserati 350S.
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. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 350S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 1956 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Electra | 350S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2330 mm |
