1983 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Buick LeSabre. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 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 LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | LeSabre | Gran Turismo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2056 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1353 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2942 mm |