1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1950 Buick 40 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 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1950 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | 40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3090 mm |
