1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Ferrari FF.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF will offer significantly more control. 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 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LeSabre | FF |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1379 mm |
