2005 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 24 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, 2005 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 40 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 330 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1590 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 |