2004 Buick Regal vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 683 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 133 L |