1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1988 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick LeSabre | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 335 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |