1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus is newer by 22 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 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 65 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Because 2007 Smart Brabus 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 2007 Smart Brabus. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | LeSabre | Brabus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
