1956 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is newer by 48 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica.
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, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
