1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2012 Buick Enclave

To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 523 kg more than 1999 Ferrari Maranello.

Because 1999 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 1999 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave. 2012 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ferrari Maranello 2012 Buick Enclave
Make Ferrari Buick
Model Maranello Enclave
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5474 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 478 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 563 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 2168 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 5126 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 2007 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1842 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 83 L


 

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