1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 642 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LeSabre | F40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 120 L |
