1999 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 650 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2010 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 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Regal | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |