1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Riviera | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
