1956 Buick 40 vs. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 32 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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 181 kg more than 1956 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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | 40 | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |