2007 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 31 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, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 246 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 525 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |