1954 Buick 40 vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 35 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | 40 | 348 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1465 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |