1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1960 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 495 kg more than 1981 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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1960 Cadillac Brougham | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LeSabre | Brougham |
Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 591 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |