1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1982 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1982 Buick LeSabre is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 333 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1982 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. 1982 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1982 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB4 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |