1978 Buick Century vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 870 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Century | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
