1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 313 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Riviera | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |