1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 111 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 122 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Antara |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 65 L |
