1977 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 31 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | 599 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |