1990 Buick Electra vs. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 535 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
Because 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia 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 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. 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 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia 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 | 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | 250 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1040 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |