1980 Buick Estate vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Estate | 335 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2761 mm |