1987 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
Because 1992 Ferrari F40 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 1992 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | F40 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |