1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Buick LeSabre | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | LeSabre | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |