2009 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1998 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| 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 | 61 L | 68 L |
