1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, both 1983 Maserati Quattroporte and 1983 Buick Century were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century. 1983 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1983 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 1983 Buick Century | |
Make | Maserati | Buick |
Model | Quattroporte | Century |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4930 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 401 Nm | 224 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2664 mm |