1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick LeSabre | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 325 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |