2004 BMW 316 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 316 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
