1978 Buick Regal vs. 1978 Maserati Bora
To start off, both 1978 Buick Regal and 1978 Maserati Bora were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Maserati Bora weights approximately 16 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1978 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Regal | Bora |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |