1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 458 kg more than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre. 1985 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | LeSabre | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |