1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 514 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Roadmaster | 612 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |