1987 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 545 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, 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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Regal | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 120 L |
