1974 Buick GS vs. 1979 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 312 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1979 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | 312 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 12300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
