2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 28 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, 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, both vehicles can yield 305 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LaCrosse | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 119 L |
