1994 BMW 740 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 740 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |