1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 469 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Skylark | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
