1954 Buick 40 vs. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
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:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2230 mm |
