1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 83 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Skylark | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Skylark | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |