1977 Buick Regal vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 400 (392 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | 400 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 392 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |