1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 957 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 BMW 700 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 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | LeSabre | 700 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
