1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus is newer by 30 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | LeSabre | Brabus |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
