1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1996 Ferrari F50

To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.

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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Buick Roadmaster 1996 Ferrari F50
Make Buick Ferrari
Model Roadmaster F50
Year Released 1992 1996
Body Type Station Wagon Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5000 cc 4698 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 168 HP 750 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 10500 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 520 Nm
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 907 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1100 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2590 mm


 

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