1985 Buick Electra vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
Because 1966 Ferrari 275 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ferrari 275. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 275 has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 275 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Buick Electra | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | 275 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 294 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |