1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H2. (326 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2006 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H2. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | LeSabre | H2 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 121 L |
