1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 1996 Ferrari 550 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 1996 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Cielo | 550 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
