2001 BMW Compact vs. 1985 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact.
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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 1985 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Compact | 1985 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Compact | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |