1983 BMW 323 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 658 kg more than 1983 BMW 323. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 323 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
