1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 60 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 2 more horse power than 2011 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 73 kg more than 2011 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S4. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi S4 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.
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1951 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | S4 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 64 L |