1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 BMW 330.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | LeSabre | 330 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
