1985 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1985 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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, 1985 BMW 325 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 428 kg more than 1985 BMW 325.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 325. 1983 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW 325 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:
1985 BMW 325 | 1983 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 325 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |