1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 52 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3030 mm |
