1989 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1989 Buick Electra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Because 1973 Ferrari 308 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 1973 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra, 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 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | 308 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |