1983 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra.
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 (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Electra | Gran Turismo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2056 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1353 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2942 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |