1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1958 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac Sixty (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 579 kg more than 1990 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1958 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3390 mm |
