1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LeSabre | STS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |