1997 Buick Century vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century, 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Century | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
