1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 58 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 105 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | A4 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 63 L |