1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Buick Signia
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 47 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 17 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1951 Buick LeSabre 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 1951 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Buick Signia | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | LeSabre | Signia |
Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |