1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 180 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. 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 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1948 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1948 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Buick | GAZ |
| Model | LeSabre | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
