1987 Buick Estate vs. 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 785 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Estate | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
