1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 470 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Maserati 420 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 1984 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Maserati | Buick |
Model | 420 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |