2005 BMW 730 vs. 1995 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1995 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 730 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
