1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, both 1999 Buick LeSabre and 1999 Ferrari F355 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 267 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Because 1999 Ferrari F355 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 1999 Ferrari F355. 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 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 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 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | LeSabre | F355 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1350 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |