2008 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1984 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 1984 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |