1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LeSabre | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 86 L |
