1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 30 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, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 325 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |