2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1983 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre. 1983 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1983 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | Vanquish | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
