1969 Buick GS vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 526 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | GS | F40 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |