1952 Buick 40 vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |
