1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (270 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 163 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Because 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Ferrari | Buick |
| Model | 365 GTC | Regal |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
