2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 727 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Rainier | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |