1998 Buick Regal vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 84 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 1998 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Regal | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 140 L |
