2005 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 25 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
