2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2000 Buick LeSabre is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 542 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Riley 4 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 1961 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4. 2000 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1961 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LeSabre | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Riley |
| Model | LeSabre | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
