1955 Buick 40 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
