1956 Buick 40 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 31 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | 40 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |