1970 Buick GS vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | GS | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |