1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 48 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 284 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 763 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LeSabre | Z |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 35 L |
