1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1978 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 624 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 1978 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | 914 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |