1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 30 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | LeSabre | Crossfire |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |