1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Buick | Avanti |
Model | LeSabre | Avanti |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |