1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 Buick Enclave

To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 928 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave, 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. 2010 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1960 Ferrari 250 GT 2010 Buick Enclave
Make Ferrari Buick
Model 250 GT Enclave
Year Released 1960 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 239 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 2168 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5126 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2007 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 83 L