2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre

To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.

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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 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.

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2006 BMW Z4 1976 Buick LeSabre
Make BMW Buick
Model Z4 LeSabre
Year Released 2006 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 6598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 189 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 435 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1675 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2950 mm