2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 163 kg more than 2000 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Ferrari | Buick |
| Model | Maranello | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
