2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | State Limousine | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2950 mm |