1977 Buick Estate vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Estate | X5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
