1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z
To start off, 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z. (251 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z.
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. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z has manual transmission. 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z | |
| Make | Buick | Zagato |
| Model | Riviera | Ferrari 3Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
