1976 Buick Estate vs. 1955 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 255 S.
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. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari 255 S has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari 255 S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 1955 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Estate | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
