1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 451 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 1996 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark, 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Buick Skylark | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Skylark | Maranello |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |