2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini 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 169 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 958 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini 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 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
