1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 336 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Roadmaster | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 339 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 452 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |