1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 71 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick LeSabre. 1984 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick LeSabre | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 125 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |