1984 BMW 725 vs. 1999 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 725.
Because 1984 BMW 725 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 1999 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 725 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
