1978 Buick Electra vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 625 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Electra | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
