2005 Buick Regal vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2005 Buick Regal is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Regal weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 1976 Ferrari 308 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 1976 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308. 2005 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Regal | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Regal | 308 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
