1998 Buick Century vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1998 Buick Century is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1973 Ferrari Dino 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 Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century, 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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 1998 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Century | Dino |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
