1979 Buick Regal vs. 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 578 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Regal | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 852 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
