2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Because 2005 Ferrari F430 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 2005 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. 2008 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LaCrosse | F430 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 108 L |
