1981 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 237 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F512 M 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 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | F512 M |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 440 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
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 | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 110 L |