1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (255 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 196 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 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 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 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. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Ferrari | Buick |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2837 mm |
