1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1951 Buick LeSabre. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick LeSabre. (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick LeSabre. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LeSabre | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 114 L |
