2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 858 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 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 F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. 2009 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | LaCrosse | F50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 671 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 10497 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 84 L |