1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 56 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 157 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 55 L |
