1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2005 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 1959 Abarth Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2005 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | Bialbero | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |