1970 Buick GS vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1970 Buick GS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 383 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | GS | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |