1978 Buick Regal vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 830 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 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 Regal | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Regal | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
