1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Ferrari 206
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 206 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 206 (217 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 206 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 206.
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 Riviera has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 206 has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1966 Ferrari 206 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Riviera | 206 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
