1979 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari F430 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 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | F430 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |