2009 Acura RL vs. 1951 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 148 kg more than 2009 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1951 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RL | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 151 L |
