1990 Buick Electra vs. 1952 Ferrari 342 America
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 342 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 342 America would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 342 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 342 America (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 342 America should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 485 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 342 America.
Because 1952 Ferrari 342 America 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 342 America. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1952 Ferrari 342 America has manual transmission. 1952 Ferrari 342 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick Electra | 1952 Ferrari 342 America | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | 342 America |
Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |