1950 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 35 kg more than 1950 Buick 40. 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2002 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | 40 | Maranello |
Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 509 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |