1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1983 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 550 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3071 mm |