1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 167 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
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 Peugeot 407, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1951 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | LeSabre | 407 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 66 L |