1996 BMW M3 vs. 1984 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1984 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
