1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1989 Buick Electra
To start off, 1989 Buick Electra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 591 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 BMW Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1989 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Turbo | Electra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
