1978 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 2001 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | Maranello |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |