1979 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Electra | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 319 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 490 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |