1987 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 18 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 364 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.
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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | 575M Maranello |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 105 L |