1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 61 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 118 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 1951 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Insignia 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 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LeSabre | Insignia |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2737 mm |