1970 Buick GS vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 29 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | F355 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
