1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick LeSabre. 1982 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | LeSabre | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |