1977 Buick Electra vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Electra | 525 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
