2005 BMW 740 vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 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 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1980 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 740 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |