1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1992 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Because 1976 Maserati Bora 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 1976 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre. 1992 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1976 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1976 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | LeSabre | Bora |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
