1977 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 352 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330.
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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | 330 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 390 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |