1986 BMW M5 vs. 1983 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 3 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, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 71 kg more than 1986 BMW M5.
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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 1983 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M5 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |