1977 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 34 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 175 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 599 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 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | 599 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |