2008 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 25 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, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1983 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 325 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3791 cc |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |