1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 108 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | CTS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
