1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 1982 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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) has 165 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 911. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 563 kg more than 1982 Porsche 911. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 911. (258 Nm). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 911. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 911 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 | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LeSabre | 911 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 85 L |
