1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 810 kg more than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1961 Singer Gazelle has manual transmission. 1961 Singer Gazelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
Make | Buick | Singer |
Model | Roadmaster | Gazelle |
Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |