1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (419 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1951 Buick LeSabre. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (420 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Challenger has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Challenger 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 419 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 72 L |
