1957 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 52 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | 40 | 599 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |