1983 Buick Electra vs. 1960 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 490 kg more than 1960 Maserati 3500.
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. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1960 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1960 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 1960 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Electra | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
