1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 720 kg more than 1997 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Centurion | F355 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
