1977 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 24 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 340 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | 456M |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 540 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |