1957 BMW 600 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 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:
1957 BMW 600 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 600 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2950 mm |