1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LeSabre | 612 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
