1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 1966 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1979 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 312 (355 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 312.
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. 1979 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Buick LeSabre | 1966 Ferrari 312 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | LeSabre | 312 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 10000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |