1996 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 24 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |