1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2004 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo 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 1972 BMW Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2004 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Turbo | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
