1978 Buick Century vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Century | 348 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |