1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1973 Ferrari Dino 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 1973 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Ferrari | Buick |
Model | Dino | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 233 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2837 mm |