1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 850 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morgan 4 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 1956 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | LeSabre | 4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |