1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo

To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 561 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.

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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo has manual transmission. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick LeSabre 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
Make Buick Maserati
Model LeSabre Bi Turbo
Year Released 1990 1982
Engine Size 3800 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 115 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 257 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2510 mm


 

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