1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 75 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Silverado |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3650 mm |