2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1980 Ferrari 208

To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 245 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Rainier 1980 Ferrari 208
Make Buick Ferrari
Model Rainier 208
Year Released 2006 1980
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4163 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 291 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 376 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1305 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2350 mm


 

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