1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Noble M12.
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, 2005 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2005 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2005 Noble M12 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 | 2005 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Buick | Noble |
| Model | LeSabre | M12 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
