1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 43 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Ferrari | Buick |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Regal |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3965 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 68 L |