1969 Buick GS vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 26 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | GS | 512 M |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |