1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Ferrari Maranello.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Riviera. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Riviera | 2002 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Riviera | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 509 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 105 L |
