1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 712 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 2009 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | LeSabre | Savana |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 117 L |