1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 62 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 94 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | XTS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 72 L |
