1999 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 14 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Regal | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3064 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |