2006 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 325 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |