1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 55 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 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 38 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 320 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 60 L |