2004 BMW 535 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 535 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
