2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 374 kg more than 1990 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Convertible | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
