1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | LeSabre | 118 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
