1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 910 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1968 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1968 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Bizzarrini GT | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Buick |
Model | GT | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |