2004 BMW 530 vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 24 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, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 26 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |