1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 55 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Buick LeSabre. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick LeSabre. (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 110 L |
