1976 Buick Electra vs. 1953 Ferrari 375 America
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 630 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 375 America.
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. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1953 Ferrari 375 America has manual transmission. 1953 Ferrari 375 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1953 Ferrari 375 America | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Electra | 375 America |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
