2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 370 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Because 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza, 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 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Terraza | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 570 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2649 mm |
