1998 BMW 316 vs. 1979 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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, 1979 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316. 1979 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 316 | 1979 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 316 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |