2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 318 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Alpina | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |
