2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1954 Buick 70 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 1954 Buick 70. 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1954 Buick 70 | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |
