1978 Buick Regal vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 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, 1968 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Regal | Mexico |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |