2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT.
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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Rainier | 412 GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 120 L |