2009 BMW 530 vs. 1978 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1978 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |