1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 405 kg more than 1993 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | LeSabre | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 86 L |
