1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 205 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Ferrari | Buick |
Model | 250 GT | Century |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |