1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica

To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 243 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.

Because 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 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 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre. 1997 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1997 Buick LeSabre 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
Make Buick Ferrari
Model LeSabre 410 Superamerica
Year Released 1997 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4963 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 202 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 423 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 68 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1247 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 100 L


 

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