2004 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2006 Ferrari F430 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 2006 Ferrari F430. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (305 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | F430 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 465 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |