1965 Buick Electra vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Electra weights approximately 645 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Electra | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Electra | 120 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
