1998 BMW 728 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 728 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 728 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |