1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 38 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 636 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, 1997 Buick Riviera, 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 1997 Buick Riviera 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. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Buick Riviera | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Riviera | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |