2006 BMW 116 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 116 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
