1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1951 Buick LeSabre. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 263 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick LeSabre. (517 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick LeSabre. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Corvette |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 6258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 465 HP |
Torque | 517 Nm | 705 Nm |
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 | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 64 L |