2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 332 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | LeSabre | Jetfire |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 408 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |