1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 168 kg more than 1979 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | DTS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |
