1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre 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 (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 318 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |