1980 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Ferrari F1 89
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 (593 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F1 89.
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. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F1 89 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F1 89 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1989 Ferrari F1 89 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Electra | F1 89 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 593 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 12500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
