1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 555 kg more than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Riley One-Point-Five 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 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick LeSabre | 1963 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Buick | Riley |
Model | LeSabre | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 25 L |