1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 46 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3650 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 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 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3050 mm |
