1956 Buick 40 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
