2008 BMW M6 vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1980 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M6 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |