1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1956 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1956 Singer Gazelle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1956 Singer Gazelle. (48 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1956 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 707 kg more than 1956 Singer Gazelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1956 Singer Gazelle has manual transmission. 1956 Singer Gazelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 1956 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Buick | Singer |
| Model | LeSabre | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 34 L |
