1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 32 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 BMW 316. 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 316 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |