1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, both 1997 Buick LeSabre and 1997 Ferrari Maranello were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ferrari Maranello 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 1997 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre. 1997 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari Maranello 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LeSabre | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |
