1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick LeSabre | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | LeSabre | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
