2007 BMW 335 vs. 1983 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 BMW 335 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1983 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 335 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |