1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 57 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 114 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | LeSabre | M |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 76 L |