1999 Buick Regal vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 428 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Regal | 208 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| 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 | 245 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| 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 | 1560 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
