1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1981 Buick Estate
To start off, 1981 Buick Estate is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1981 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 2002 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
