1984 Buick Electra vs. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 450 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Because 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico has manual transmission. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Buick Electra | 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | 340 Mexico |
Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2600 mm |