1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 492 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1967 Ford GT 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 1967 Ford GT 40. 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) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 1996 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick LeSabre | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 125 L |
