1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 54 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 182 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (153 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Focus |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 55 L |
