1979 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 489 kg more than 1979 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Regal | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2942 mm |
