1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 134 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 1976 Ferrari 308 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 1976 Ferrari 308. 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LeSabre | 308 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
