1984 Buick Electra vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Electra | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
