1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1964 Steyr 500

To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1964 Steyr 500. 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1964 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Buick LeSabre 1964 Steyr 500
Make Buick Steyr
Model LeSabre 500
Year Released 1980 1964
Engine Size 3791 cc 489 cc
Horse Power 104 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 480 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 1850 mm


 

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