1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1960 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 852 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. 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 (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Prefect 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 | 1960 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2220 mm |
