2004 Buick Regal vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 370 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal, 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, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |