1988 Buick Estate vs. 1969 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Quattroporte (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 155 kg more than 1969 Maserati Quattroporte.
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. 1988 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Estate | 1969 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Estate | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
