1971 Buick GS vs. 2002 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 43 kg more than 1971 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2002 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 509 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
