1990 BMW 316 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 1977 Buick LeSabre
Make BMW Buick
Model 316 LeSabre
Year Released 1990 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2950 mm


 

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