1976 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 685 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari F40 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 | 1991 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | F40 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |