2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 778 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morgan Plus 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 1955 Morgan Plus 4. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Morgan |
| Model | LeSabre | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
