1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1963 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1963 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1963 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | LeSabre | P5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
