1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 811 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Ferrari | Buick |
Model | 250 GTO | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 68 L |