2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 937 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ferrari 500 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Lucerne | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
