1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1980 Buick Estate
To start off, 1980 Buick Estate is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 BMW 2.8.
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, 1980 Buick Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 2.8 | 1980 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 2.8 | Estate |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 4931 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |