1987 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | Dino |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 226 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |