1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1995 BMW 730 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 1995 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 1995 BMW 730 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 730 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |