1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 425 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1954 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB2 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2921 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
