1957 BMW 600 vs. 1998 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 41 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), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 940 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.
Because 1957 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 1998 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. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1998 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 600 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2820 mm |
