2009 BMW 335 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick LeSabre (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 335 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
