1979 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Ferrari 360

To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 541 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.

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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Buick Electra 2003 Ferrari 360
Make Buick Ferrari
Model Electra 360
Year Released 1979 2003
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5736 cc 3586 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 104 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 274 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1825 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2610 mm


 

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