1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 33 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | LeSabre | FX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
