2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 855 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Rainier | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
