2007 BMW X3 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X3 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
