1952 Buick 40 vs. 1997 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1952 Buick 40 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 1952 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 1997 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | 40 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2820 mm |
