1957 Buick 40 vs. 1991 Ferrari C62
To start off, 1991 Ferrari C62 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1991 Ferrari C62.
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, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 1991 Ferrari C62 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | C62 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 588 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 723 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
