1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 703 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
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1976 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LeSabre | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 551 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |