2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 749 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Centieme | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
