1974 Buick GS vs. 1995 Ferrari F55
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F55 is newer by 21 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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F55.
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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1995 Ferrari F55 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | F55 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
