1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1966 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 312 (355 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1966 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.
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1974 Buick Skylark | 1966 Ferrari 312 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Skylark | 312 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 10000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |