1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 56 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
Because 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Buick | McLaren |
| Model | LeSabre | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
