2009 BMW 130 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 130 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |