1999 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 226 kg more than 1999 BMW 320.
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, 1999 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 320 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1596 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 |