2008 BMW X3 vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X3 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |