1954 Buick 40 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 31 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1954 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | 40 | 400 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 4822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |