1977 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 26 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | 360 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |