1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 716 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Roadmaster | 360 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
