1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre. 1985 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | V8 Vantage | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |