1969 Buick GS vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 40 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Ferrari California.
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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari California.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | California |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
