1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 395 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari 208 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 1980 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Riviera | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Riviera | 208 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |