2000 Buick Regal vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 2000 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 Maserati 228.
Because 1985 Maserati 228 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 1985 Maserati 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1985 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Regal. 2000 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1985 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1985 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Regal | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Regal | 228 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
