1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1963 Alpine A 110. 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. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1963 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1963 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alpine | Buick |
| Model | A 110 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
