1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 57 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 BMW 645. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 2008 BMW 645 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 645 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 70 L |