1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX 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 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 134 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | LeSabre | RX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 72 L |
