1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 36 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) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | LeSabre | LS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
