1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208.
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 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 208 | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Ferrari | Buick |
Model | 208 | Century |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |