1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 795 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 1977 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 2002 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
