1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 359 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 1968 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | LeSabre | Dino |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |