1950 Austin A135 vs. 2004 Buick LeSabre

To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre.

Because 1950 Austin A135 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 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Austin A135 2004 Buick LeSabre
Make Austin Buick
Model A135 LeSabre
Year Released 1950 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 288 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.4 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1617 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 70 L


 

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