2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 47 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Rainier | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 119 L |