2004 BMW 630 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1981 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 630 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 630 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |