1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 740 kg more than 1974 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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Buick Riviera | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Riviera | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |