1972 Buick GS vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 308 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | GS | 308 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |