1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1991 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 940 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Riviera. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1991 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Riviera | F40 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 120 L |