1982 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. (251 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. 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. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1982 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1982 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati Quattroporte | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Maserati | Buick |
| Model | Quattroporte | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3009 mm |
