1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
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. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Roadmaster | 256 F1 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |