1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 805 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Skylark | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 140 L |
