1955 Ferrari D 50 vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. (251 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50.

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. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari D 50 has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari D 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Ferrari D 50 2009 Buick Park Avenue
Make Ferrari Buick
Model D 50 Park Avenue
Year Released 1955 2009
Engine Size 2486 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 262 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 640 kg 1891 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 5175 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1899 mm
Vehicle Height 970 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 3009 mm


 

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