2009 BMW X6 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X6 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
