1964 Buick Electra vs. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Buick Electra weights approximately 870 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1964 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Buick Electra | 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Electra | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
