1995 BMW 317 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 317 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 317 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 317 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
