2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 151 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Centieme | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
