1989 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 11 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 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 230 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 455 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 412 GT | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Ferrari | Buick |
Model | 412 GT | Century |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |