1954 Buick 70 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 70 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2710 mm |
