1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 36 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Verano |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
