1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 144 kg more than 1992 Buick Roadmaster.
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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Roadmaster | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
