1980 Buick Electra vs. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT.
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. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1960 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Electra | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
