1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 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 2009 BMW Z4. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | LeSabre | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
