2009 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 29 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 320 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |