2006 BMW 730 vs. 1996 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1996 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 730 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
