1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 18 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1993 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick LeSabre | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 550 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |