1954 Buick 40 vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 41 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 15 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
