1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1953 Studebaker Commander
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1953 Studebaker Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 54 kg more than 1953 Studebaker Commander. 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Studebaker Commander.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1953 Studebaker Commander | |
Make | Buick | Studebaker |
Model | LeSabre | Commander |
Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3070 mm |