1942 Buick 40 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1942 Buick 40. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1942 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Buick 40 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1240 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
