1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 20 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 215 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Ferrari | Buick |
Model | Maranello | Century |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 479 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |