2009 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1993 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
