1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 30 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 475 kg more than 1974 BMW 2.8. 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier 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 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 2.8 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
