1957 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 55 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 107 kg more than 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2751 mm |
