2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Rendezvous | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
