2009 BMW 335 vs. 1987 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1987 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 335 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
