1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 407 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330.
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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 330. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Roadmaster | 330 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 390 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |