1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1982 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1982 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 490 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. 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, 1982 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800. 1982 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1963 BMW 1800 has manual transmission. 1963 BMW 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1982 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 1800 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
