1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1959 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 1959 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari F550. (570 Nm). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari F550. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari F550 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari F550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Buick Invicta | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Invicta | F550 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
