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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 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. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 4194 cc | 3967 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 |
