1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2011 Infiniti G37 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 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | LeSabre | G37 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 348 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |