2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1950 Buick 40 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 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1950 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
