1979 Buick Estate vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1979 Buick Estate (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Estate | 525 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |