1979 Buick Century vs. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 25 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 840 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Century | 553 F1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
