1998 Buick Signia vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1963 Maserati Quattroporte 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 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Signia | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
