1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 1983 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 120 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |