1981 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 16 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 342 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 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 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | F355 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |