1953 Buick 40 vs. 1975 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 312 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 312 (488 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 312.
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:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1975 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 12200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2520 mm |
