2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 120 kg more than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT.
Because 1960 Maserati 5000 GT 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 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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. 2001 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1960 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | LeSabre | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
