1976 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 25 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 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 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Electra | 360 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
