1971 Buick GS vs. 2004 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 33 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick GS | 2004 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | GS | F430 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |