2008 BMW 535 vs. 1978 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 1978 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 535 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
