1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Buick LeSabre (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125. 1991 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | LeSabre | 125 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
