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 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 111 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. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). 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 | 2977 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 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 |
