1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1.
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. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Buick Centurion | 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Centurion | 553 F1 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2170 mm |