1978 Buick Estate vs. 1961 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1978 Buick Estate is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1961 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1961 BMW Isetta. 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. 1978 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1961 BMW Isetta has manual transmission. 1961 BMW Isetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Estate | 1961 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Estate | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1510 mm |
