1966 Buick Electra vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1966 Buick Electra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 6,572 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1966 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Buick Electra weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
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. 1966 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Buick Electra | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Electra | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6572 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
