1990 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 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.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Electra | 550 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 597 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |