1979 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Regal | F355 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
