1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 216 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 1982 Ferrari 208 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 1982 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera, 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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Riviera | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Riviera | 208 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |