2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa 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 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave, 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Enclave | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 140 L |
