1981 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 122 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |