1992 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 325 | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 325 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |