1969 Buick GS vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 28 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | F355 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
