2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2007 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 766 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1955 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (306 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. 2007 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick LaCrosse | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LaCrosse | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
