1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mythos has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mythos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LeSabre | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
