2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 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 599. 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. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2012 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2012 Ferrari 599 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.
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2010 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Lucerne | 599 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 611 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | 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 | 1726 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |